What are some things that have enhanced life? What is a daily blessing? SCREENS! [this from Kent Johansen from an old timer in Pella, IA] Yes, those wire or fiberglass mesh coverings over the openings of a house. I remember the flies at my Grandparents' at mealtime that constantly demanded attention and this was with screens! Just... Continue Reading →
Savior “of the World”
1 John 4:14, And we have seen and testify that the Father has sent the Son as Savior of the world. How is Jesus the Savior of the world? Did His payment save everyone? Obviously NO, for passages like John 5:25-30 and Luke 13:25-28 teach us that there are masses who are not saved and will not be saved, but will spend... Continue Reading →
A Distressed Bible
Janet and I went to church with a nephew, Jacob, on Sunday in the South so obviously it was time for a chicken dinner. We enjoyed a fabulous lunch of chicken tenders and Mac and Cheese (Janet had a waffle and tenders). Jacob noted that he had sent a write-up to the Babylon Bee on a couple of... Continue Reading →
God in July
While on vacation, I spent time in Psalm 30-36 finding hope, help, and hugs from God. God's Word is sooo good - all the time! (remembering Janice Torgerson who died four years ago yesterday - she was a rich blessing) 3.1.1 (like 9-1-1) stood out to me. It is Psalm 31:1 which reads: In you,... Continue Reading →
Roads
Janet and I just completed a great get-away! It was pretty typical for us in that there was almost no radio, no smart phones, almost no TV, no ear buds, and very little computer time. It was typical in that it was not planned out to the minute - at least the back side of... Continue Reading →
My Calling as a Pastor
As a pastor, I have these marching orders from my Commander (Timothy was a pastor): 1 Timothy 1:3, remain in Ephesus that you may charge some that they teach no other doctrine 1 Timothy 1:10, for fornicators, for sodomites, for kidnappers, for liars, for perjurers, and if there is any other thing that is contrary to sound doctrine. 1 Timothy... Continue Reading →
Marriage Points
Janet and I were married 44 years ago today at 2 PM - but on a Sunday. Some thoughts from Exodus 19:1-8 (1) In the third month after the children of Israel had gone out of the land of Egypt… (2) And Moses went up to God, and the LORD called to him from the mountain, saying, “Thus you... Continue Reading →
Car Thoughts
America has a love affair with the automobile! And why not - they represent a person - the lines, features, power and mileage. (I see the front; the grill and the headlights, like a face - some are not very happy!) The car gives us great freedom as evidence by suburbs and acreages. The car... Continue Reading →
The Great Physician
Anshika's mother sent this to her from the north of India. Halfway around the world our Jehovah Rapha is their Jehovah Rapha! What a God! My mom sent this to me today!!!! (July 1, 2018) Multi Specialist Doctor Exodus 15: 26 - *I am the Lord who heals you* Genesis 2:22 - *Surgeon* Genesis 2:21- *Anesthetist* Genesis 2:21- *Plastic... Continue Reading →
Freedom
Freedom is one of mankind’s most cherished goals and drives. It is a powerful component in the human psyche. It drives people to leave their homeland and family to seek this value in other countries such as the United States. It is much of what July 4this about – that our forefathers stood against a king and... Continue Reading →
a PK Musing 